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Roehl Transport announced its second truck driver pay increase of 2026, with higher compensation taking effect October 4 across most company fleets.

September 17, 2026

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Roehl Transport Announces Second Driver Pay Increase of 2026, Pushing Top Driver Earnings Well Beyond $100,000

September 17, 2026 (Marshfield, WI) — Roehl Transport announced its second truck driver pay increase this year, a move that will position Roehl’s top ...

Truck drivers and owner-operators can nominate their current carrier for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For program through October 31.

September 15, 2026

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Truck Drivers Can Nominate Their Fleet for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For

Nominations are open for the 2027 Best Fleets to Drive For program, allowing truck drivers and independent contractors to recognize the carriers they believe ...

Landstar recognized its 2025 class of Million Mile Safe Drivers, Roadstar honorees, and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient during the 2026 BCO All-Star Celebration.

July 21, 2026

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Landstar Recognizes Drivers for Reaching Major Safe Driving Milestones

Landstar System recently recognized independent owner-operators for outstanding safety achievements during its 2026 BCO All-Star Celebration in Orlando, Florida, honoring drivers who have accumulated ...

Learn what happens to semi trucks after they leave commercial fleet service, from owner-operators and vocational fleets to exports, driver training, recycling, and restoration.

July 20, 2026

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Life After the Highway for Retired Semi Trucks

Not every semi truck reaches the end of its working life because of age or mechanical problems. Many trucks leave large fleets while they ...

Shell Rotella SuperRigs returns to Bristol Motor Speedway June 25-27, bringing working trucks together to compete for cash prizes, calendar spots, and industry recognition.

June 15, 2026

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Shell Rotella SuperRigs Brings Working Trucks to Bristol June 25-27

Owner-operators from across the United States and Canada will soon be heading to Tennessee for one of the most recognized truck shows in the ...

Compare the Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL, including driver comfort, visibility, sleeper design, technology, fleet adoption, and key differences that truck drivers should know.

June 12, 2026

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Freightliner Cascadia Vs Volvo VNL: Full Comparison Guide for Truck Drivers

The Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL are two of the most recognizable trucks on North American highways. Both are commonly used for regional and ...

FTR will host a free July 9 webinar covering carrier conditions, freight rates, tariffs, inflation, geopolitical developments, and transportation market trends during the second half of 2026.

June 11, 2026

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FTR To Host Free Webinar on Key Transportation Issues In 2026

FTR is inviting transportation professionals to a free webinar on July 9 that will focus on several of the issues currently shaping freight markets. ...

Mack Trucks expands its 2027 calendar contest with new categories. Early entry ends March 31, with voting running through April and winners announced in May.

March 30, 2026

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Last Chance for Early Entry as Mack Trucks Expands 2027 Calendar Contest Categories

Truck owners running Mack Trucks equipment still have a narrow window to get ahead in this year’s calendar contest, with the early entry deadline ...

DAT launches a new iPhone widget for the DAT One app that allows owner operators to view top-paying load matches directly from their home screen and contact brokers faster.

March 17, 2026

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DAT Rolls Out iPhone Widget That Lets Owner-Operators Check Load Matches Without Opening the App

Owner-operators often rely on speed when searching for their next load. A few minutes can make the difference between locking in a strong rate ...

Support truck drivers in need at MATS 2026. The Silent Auction benefits the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, providing financial assistance and wellness resources for drivers and their families.

March 16, 2026

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MATS 2026 Silent Auction Will Raise Funds for the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund

A long-running tradition at the Mid-America Trucking Show will once again focus on helping drivers who face medical hardships off the road. The St. ...